How to Get a Postal Vote Saturday, 23 January, 2021 We live in a democracy, but that works only because people like you go to vote to put in office the candidate who puts forward the policies that you agree with. If you don't vote, a candidate you disagree with might win and you have to live under policies that you don't like. The elections for Leicestershire County Council, and for the Police and Crime Commissioner in Leicester, Leicestershire and... Articles
Small Business Saturday - Nook Corner Cafe, Anstey 4th December 2020 It was a bit of a blustery day back before lockdown when I went to the Nook Corner Café in Anstey for a fantastic Full English Breakfast. Grand stuff. I took... Local News
Two Knife Murders in One Leicester Street 25th November 2020 I recently went to Bartholomew Street in the Highfields Area of Leicester to view the scene of two knife murders, and to discuss with locals what can be done... Local News
A Big Step Forward to Reduce Domestic Abuse 25th November 2020 As I write this on 25 November 2020, the United Nations is marking its official International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. It is... Local News
The City of Leicester to receive an extra £1.3 million to boost local cycling and walking infrastructure 14th November 2020 The Conservative Government has gifted Leicester City Council an extra £1.3 million from the Conservative Government to boost cycling and walking infrastructure... Local News
How I'm going to enjoy Diwali 2020 9th November 2020 I love Diwali. It is one of those wonderful celebrations that have moved beyond its origins and can be enjoyed by anyone. Like Christmas, it has become a... Local News
Vehicle Crime in North Kilworth 5th November 2020 Last weekend my team and I went to North Kilworth to deliver our leaflet on combatting rural crime. You can watch our video of the morning's activities above... Local News
Black History Month 30th October 2020 As a freelance historian, I am fascinated by all aspects of history. “All human life is here”, as the old newspaper saying has it. History is the story of... Local News
Leicester City Council to receive £3 million to provide a permanent place to live for rough sleepers 29th October 2020 Rough sleepers across Leicester to have access to new, safe, long-term homes, along with support, backed by more than £150 million. First 3,300 of 6,000 planned... Local News
Leicestershire & Rutland bolstered by 89 extra police officers 29th October 2020 New statistics show that nearly 6,000 extra officers have been recruited in the first year of the Government’s major police recruitment drive, with 89 more in... Local News